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Fashion and Architectural Design, 2007.
This paper explores the relationship between fashion and architectural design, viewing garments as portable dwellings.
1,431 words (approx. 5.7 pages), 6 sources, APA, $ 47.95
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This paper examines the relationship of fashion and architectural design from anthropological and philosophical perspectives. Art is considered as a function of the society that produced it. The Victorian Era is cited as an epoch in which architecture and fashion were interconnected. This paper includes an annotated bibliography.
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Research Design
Outline and Research Structure
Annotated Bibliography
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"An age-old argument among scholars has been whether art influences society, or whether art is a reflection of the society that produced it. When one examines art as an expression of self, it is difficult to view it as anything other than an expression of society. Popular designers in architecture and fashion design works that achieve public acceptance. Therefore, it stands to reason that trends in architectural design and fashion design are a reflection of the society that surrounds them. This research will explore the link between fashion design and architectural design with an emphasis on the use of fabric and building materials as the medium. "
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Architectural Design, 2001.
A look at architectural design, the Horyuji temple in Japan, and how it reflects culture
2,040 words (approx. 8.2 pages), 6 sources, $ 64.95
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A look at changes in architectural design. The author focuses on the way architecture reflects culture with focus on the Horyuji temple in Japan which expresses the culture of the time in which it was built.
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"Throughout history, architectural design has undergone progressive changes in style based on a variety of factors. One of the most significant transitional phases in Japan includes the Asuka period in which Buddhism dramatically influenced the essence of the dialectic between form and function. A prime example of this profound style is the Horyuji Temple. Although the relationship between Buddhist philosophy and architectural design is unquestioned throughout this period, the origins of this relationship are intriguing. What factors led to the development of the Buddhist influenced structures? How significant are the features of the Horyuji in creating allusions to Buddhist ideology? To what extent is the Horyuji Temple ?Japanese? versus Buddhist?"
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Architectural Design, 2005.
A discussion on systems thinking in architecture.
3,450 words (approx. 13.8 pages), 11 sources, MLA, $ 119.95
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This paper discusses the systems theory as understood and expressed in comparative architectural design history. It offers the theories of the Archigram in the West and the Metabolism Movement in Japan to qualify the author's discussion.
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"The objective of systems thinking is a methodology to solve problems. It follows two basic premises first that reality is regarded in terms of wholes. Gestalten' and that the environment is an ..."
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The International Style of Architectural Design, 2002.
Examines how architects Walter Gropius, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, and Le Corbusier helped shape the modern city with their innovative styles .
1,400 words (approx. 5.6 pages), 4 sources, $ 53.95
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What now seems repetitive was once radically innovative when architects, such as Walter Gropius, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, and Le Corbusier, attempted to reshape the urban metropolis in order to reflect the aesthetic principles of an industrial, democratic age. This paper will examine the achievements of the three architects noted above. Their works will be examined with respect to both theory and practice. It will be argued that, while their legacy in the field of architecture remains controversial to this day, their contributions to the establishment of the International Style fundamentally altered the landscape of the modern city.
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Architecture and Environmental Design, 2008.
An analysis of the effects of architecture on the environment and its relationship with environmental design and sustainable ecology.
5,058 words (approx. 20.2 pages), 20 sources, MLA, $ 127.95
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This paper looks at the over-consumption of natural commodities and the degradation of the natural environment, which will have widespread consequences concerning our way of life. The paper discusses sustainable ecology and environmental design and how the two relate to each other. It also looks at the current problems related to architecture and how architecture has affected the environment in the past.
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"This is evidenced well by the impact that new legislative standards in Canada have borne into the nation's fuel economy. Its R-2000 initiative, sponsored by the government's Office of Energy Efficiency, points the way to residential construction that is geared toward improving overall use of resources for the maintenance of adequate living standards. These standards are founded on those same contentions which form the above discussion. The implementation of practical and scientifically sound methods to controlling ventilation, improving insulation, harnessing renewable energy and using sensible building materials all have become a requisite element of Canada's efforts to reflect ecological needs through architectural convention. According to the Natural Resources Canada organization, "the requirements are rigorous - about 40 percent above building codes. The result is new houses that use at least 30 percent less energy than conventional new houses." (NRC, 1) This improvement upon cost-of-living demands is indicative of even the most cosmetic human implication to environmental conscientiousness."
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Chinese Architecture and Japanese Temple Design, 2002.
An examination of the iInfluence of Chinese architecture on the design of Japanese temples.
2,275 words (approx. 9.1 pages), 8 sources, $ 84.95
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This essay will argue that a key point of disagreement, and eventual harmonization, in this "conversation" revolved around the role of nature in the architecture of Japanese temples. While earlier Shinto models reflected a Japanese aesthetic of harmonization with nature, the Buddhist temple architecture imported directly from the Asian mainland emphasized a more abstract and monumental disregard for the natural environment. Through an analysis of the similarities and the differences of Japanese Shinto shrine and Buddhist temple design, this essay will outline the parameters of this conversation between native and foreign forms in Japanese architecture.
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Gothic Architecture and Renaissance Architecture, 2005.
A comparative analysis of Gothic and Renaissance architecture.
675 words (approx. 2.7 pages), 3 sources, $ 26.95
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This paper compares Gothic architecture and Renaissance architecture, showing the change that came over architecture with the shift from the more massive and decorated style of the Gothic to the cleaner classical lines of the Renaissance, a period which also borrowed from the Moslem style to make new use of the dome, as in religious buildings by Brunelleschi.
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"Gothic architecture developed from the Romanesque style and emerged in the twelfth century. It prevailed until the Renaissance beginning in the fifteenth century. Gothic architecture was marked by size and elaborate decorations. However, Gothic architecture was first defined in terms of a change in Romanesque church architecture diagonal ribs were added to the groin-vault, as was first seen at the Abbey Church of St. Denis near Paris (Frankl 1). In part because of its origins, Gothic architecture has long been associated with France and is considered a French style, though in fact, others used it as well. Gothic architecture is probably represented for many people by Notre-Dame de Paris, a facade known from countless stories and other representations as well as for itself. "
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Virtual Design, 2005.
A discussion on virtual architectural design.
1,380 words (approx. 5.5 pages), 6 sources, MLA, $ 47.95
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This paper discusses virtual reality and the use of cyberspace in architectural design. It also explores the use of virtual reality designs to help small firms compete with large firms in order to provide interactive benefits that are advantageous to clients. The paper explains how these technologies remove physical barriers from architectural design.
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"The computer age is here, yet its impact is almost indiscernible and premature for we often fail to understand the full potential of this impact. This is particularly true due to the rapid-paced innovative ..."
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Office Design, 2003.
Analyzes three architectural designs for international advertising companies.
1,800 words (approx. 7.2 pages), 3 sources, $ 63.95
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The paper looks at the architectural designs of Wells BDDP, BBDO West, and Ogilvy and Mather. It discusses how the architects solved problems, shaped the office to the business, and created an image.
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"INTRODUCTION
In developing a company in a given industry, most people think of issues of a business plan, a location, personnel, procedures to be followed, accounting systems to be instituted, and today, the computer system that would best serve the ..."
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Architecture in Vancouver, 2006.
An analysis of the history behind the architectural design of Canada Place in Vancouver.
675 words (approx. 2.7 pages), 0 sources, $ 26.95
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This paper discusses Canada Place which is located on the waterfront of downtown Vancouver. It specifically discusses the history behind the construction of the building and the architectural design. The paper goes on to describe public opinion of the architecture of the structure, as well as the opinion of architectural critics.
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"Architecture in Vancouver In this essay I review Canada Place, a very unusual building situated at the bottom of Howe Street in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. I consider this to be a post-modernist building. Canada Place is located on the waterfront of downtown Vancouver. It was built for "Expo 86" - the World Fair that was held in 1986 in Vancouver. The objective was an attempt to rival the impressive Sydney Opera House in Australia. The outcome was a somewhat strange looking building that elicits a wide variety of responses that run the gamut from admiration to disgust.The only thing it does not evoke is boredom. People have compared it to a tent, a camping trip, an insect and a sailing ship. "
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Ancient Roman Architecture, 2002.
A paper which studies the influences of ancient Roman architecture on modern architectural designs.
2,005 words (approx. 8.0 pages), 10 sources, MLA, $ 63.95
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The paper shows that ancient Roman architects implemented the elements of space, symmetry and construction with exceptional innovative skill. Although their most notable achievements, the arch and vault construction, was first conceived by the Etruscans and had a profound influence on Roman architectural style and design, the paper shows that the innovations made by the Romans were still tremendously substantial and distinct.
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"Another revolution can be seen in the Roman network of roads. The Romans were the first civilization to make well-designed roads. Around the time of Augustus the major roads were constructed to keep the incredibly large empire linked to avoid collapse. The Romans contributed a number of things to the basic idea of roads, such as archways, city streets, and arch bridges. This greatly increased the ability to build because of the way the roads were laid out. The roads allowed the Roman Empire to expand Rome in every direction; hence the saying ?All roads lead to Rome?. In fact, they were so abundant and well constructed that many of them still exist today as memorable landmarks today."
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Georgian Architecture: 1700-1900., 2002.
Discusses the architectural designs and styles of Georgian architecture in between the years 1700-1900.
1,400 words (approx. 5.6 pages), 6 sources, $ 53.95
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The study will focus on Georgian-style buildings such as houses, churches and government buildings built between 1700 and 1900. The architect, name of building and location will also be mentioned, with architectural descriptions of the design such as the facade, pediments, columns, windows, porch, bell tower, floor plans, layout, materials and structure. By understanding the many principles of this style of architecture, we can see how they were built, and why they have left a lasting impression in the minds of American architects.
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Research Proposal: Architecture ISO 9001 Process, 2008.
A research proposal to investigate and recommend improvements to the planning and design process of Kasian Architecture & Interior Design Ltd. (Kasian), to be based on ISO 9001 quality principles.
1,825 words (approx. 7.3 pages), 5 sources, APA, $ 58.95
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This paper presents a research proposal for Kasian Architecture & Interior Design Ltd. (Kasian) that recommends that the company proceed with developing a comprehensive project delivery process for design and development based on ISO 9001 procedures for all of the company's future RONA projects. The paper points out that, currently, the Kasian RONA team is managing several large projects and the design process of each of these projects is significantly different resulting in design and management confusion. The paper also points out that Kasian does not have an Architectural Planning Procedure Manual (APPM) to offer to prospective new clients. The paper then presents the project details for the proposed new APPM, which will focus on risk management to provide clients with access to improved processes and end products.
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Introduction
Problem Statement
Purpose of Study
Importance of Study
Scope of Study
Rationale of Study
Limitations/Delimitations
Literature Review
Organizational Measures
Quality, Productivity & ISO 9001
Real Costs of Quality
Methodology
Approach
Data Gathering Method
Database of Study
Validity of Data
Originality & Limitations
Project Timeline
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"Benefits of adopting the new APPM will be a more developed focus on risk management in order to provide clients with improved process management procedures and higher quality end products. Adopting this proposed design procedure for all projects will allow staff it is proposed, to more easily move from project to project. That is, design and engineering staff will be able to start a new project without complication unlike past design project where complications arose from the outset because of a lack of quality procedures such as those found in the ISO 9001 framework."
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Meditation in Architecture, 2002.
Examines the need for architectural designs to include areas of meditation in their plans.
650 words (approx. 2.6 pages), 7 sources, $ 26.95
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If meditation is interpreted as contemplation and the seeking of emotional quietude, the study of architecture should feature some attention to spaces that can be hoped to promote meditation, as meditation is sometimes part of the architect's own creative process. In the post-World War II era, the profession has been increasingly called upon to contribute to planning in buildings which comply with often highly conceptualized designs towards thematic transformations of whole areas.
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Comparison in Modern Architecture and Urbanism, 2004.
Compares the architectural designs and ideas of William Morris and Marcel Breuer.
1,848 words (approx. 7.4 pages), 7 sources, MLA, $ 59.95
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William Morris and Marcel Breuer were architects that took two different physical approaches in removing worthwhile design out of palaces and putting it into the homes of ordinary people. Both brought to their design philosophy a substantial political agenda and, in fact, a substantially similar political agenda. The paper shows that Morris?s politics had the gentle color of his native England in the second half of the 19th century and of one of its great philosophers, John Ruskin. In comparison, the paper shows that Breuer?s political inspiration came, not from his native Hungary, but a post-WWI Germany and its socialist leanings and, later, from American abundance and willingness to experiment. The paper shows that where Morris?s ideas reflected the natural life of a still somewhat pastoral England that surrounded him (especially as he had the means to choose his locale), Breuer?s ideas reflected a more muscular, sinewy, hardened landscape of assembly lines and relentlessly turning crankshafts and gears. Where Morris was organic and 'green,' Breuer was skeletal and 'steely gray'.
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"Despite the intent of both men to bring good design down to earth, the results could not have been more different. Morris, because of the time in which he worked, was limited to traditional furniture materials, mainly wood and metal used only in joinery and sometimes in decoration. In fact, it was in decoration that Morris excelled. His use of curvilinear carving in his wallpapers and furniture, especially his dining chairs, makes clear his connection to the pastoral settings so familiar to educated Englishmen. In addition, because his belief demanded that the overburdened workingman have a respite from the world of shoddy utilitarian objects, (or ugly goods, as he might put it), embellishment suitable to the object and its use was essential."
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